Tuesday, August 28, 2012

truth in small tales

I don't know when, if ever, I'll ever get around to writing a story but it really doesn't matter so long as I can draw pictures and remain inspired by the stories others have written. Ever since my book of Aesop, parables have long been favorites. I hope you like this one:

The great fire and the little waterAmong the Aztec people of Mexico, it is said that a long time ago there was a great fire in the forests that covered our Earth. People and animals started to run, trying to escape from the fire. Our brother owl, Tecolotl, was running away also when he noticed a small bird hurrying back and forth between the nearest river and the fire. He headed towards this small bird.He noticed that it was our brother the Quetzal bird, Quetzaltototl, running to the river, picking up small drops of water in his beak, then returning to the fire to throw that tiny bit of water on the flame.

Owl approached Quetsal bird and yelled at him: "What are you doing brother? Are you stupid? You are not going to achieve anything by doing this. What are you trying to do? You must run for your life!"Quetzal bird stopped for a moment and looked at owl, and then answered: "I am doing the best I can with what I have."It is remembered by our Grandparents that a long time ago the forests that covered our Earth were saved from a great fire by a small Quetzal bird, an owl, and many other animals and people who got together to put out the fire.

I just noticed the young crow perched upon moppet's finger! This is a delightful drawing, Susan. I am reminded, a bit, of Toad, from Wind in the Willows, one of my favorites. I wholeheartedly agree with Lisa that your drawings tell great stories, too.

Hi SusanJust dropped in as have been tied up doing some voluntary tutorials at the University of the 3rd Age on value investing and only just now are responding to some blogging. Loved your drawing- the parable is similar to a australian aboriginal one. Best wishes

Thank you for your warm and encouraging words on my recent post. And speaking of grace and timing... this post of yours is just what I (in my new job) needed to hear today. And I love the frogs (you know I have a special spot in my heart for frogs). I actually have a frog painting in the works. As a matter of fact this post inspires me to get off my online rump and pick up my brush.

Hi Steve, I really was delighted to see your new post and learn of the recent changes you've made. I'm glad you like this drawing as I've been struggling these past months to complete anything. The frogs just appeared and I'm glad they did.